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FDA Approval of Edwards Lifesciences’ PASCAL Precision System Opens New Treatment Pathway for Patients With Tricuspid Valve Disease

Key Takeaway: Edwards Lifesciences received FDA approval for its PASCAL Precision system, designed for tricuspid valve repair. This system aims to enhance the quality of life for patients suffering from symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation who are at intermediate or higher surgical risk. The approval marks a significant advancement in treatment options for these patients.

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  • FDA approval of PASCAL Precision system announced
  • New treatment pathway for tricuspid valve disease
  • Improves quality of life for patients
  • Targets symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation

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IRVINE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Edwards Lifesciences Corporation (NYSE: EW) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved its PASCAL Precision system for tricuspid valve repair. The system is indicated for improving quality of life and functional status in patients with symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation (TR) despite optimal medical therapy who are deemed at intermediate or greater risk for surgery and deemed appropriate for transcatheter edge-to-edge tr

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the PASCAL Precision system?

It is a device for tricuspid valve repair approved by the FDA.

Who can benefit from the PASCAL Precision system?

Patients with symptomatic severe tricuspid regurgitation at surgical risk.

What does the PASCAL system improve?

It aims to enhance quality of life and functional status.

What is tricuspid regurgitation?

A condition where the tricuspid valve does not close properly, causing blood leakage.

Last updated: Oct 21, 2026